Bold Transformation to Cottage Life

Canadian television viewers will have some new eye candy beginning September fourth.  Specialty channel Bold will be rebranded as Cottage Life and will be available in 9.2 million homes for a national free preview.

The new channel will attempt to capture “the essence of weekend living.”  Born from the iconic Cottage Life Magazine, the new television property is Blue Ant Media‘s latest offering an is set to include exclusive shows on favourite themes like DIY, food, real estate and outdoor living.

“We’re thrilled to be taking this historic brand to the next level. TV audiences will love the blend of lifestyle content that truly embraces our tagline – where every day is the weekend’ said Vanessa Case, EVP of Programming, Blue Ant Media. “The programming for this channel has proven appeal and is a perfect addition to Blue Ant’s quickly growing roster of targeted media properties.”

This fall, will see the release of:

My Retreat which premieres Thursday, September 5 at 9:30pm ET/PT

This series travels coast to coast to reveal iconic, quirky, and ultimate dream escapes.

The Fabulous Beekman Boys due to premier Tuesday, September 10 at 10PM ET/PT

Follow the entertaining adventures of former Amazing Race competitors Josh Kilmer-Purcell and his partner Brent Ridge as they leave New York City, learn how to become farmers and launch their lifestyle brand, Beekman 1802.

Compete To Eat premiering Thursday, September 5 at 10pm ET/PT

Chefs Aldo Lazillotta and Joanne Lusted square off with teams of Cottagers who have one hour to prepare a three-course cottage feast using whatever ingredients they can find in their pantries.

Selling Big will debut on Wednesday, September 4 at 10pm ET/PT.

Join Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers in Canada and witness an auction unlike any you’ve ever seen.

Farm Kings premiering Tuesday, September 10 at 9pm ET/PT

The King Family of Freedom Farms battle the elements – and each other – to cultivate the very freshest produce possible.

To subscribe to Cottage Life, contact your local cable provider. Check your local listings for channel numbers regionally.